Simplicity 1692150, 1692149 instruction sheet Troubleshooting, Problem Cause/Solution

Troubleshooting

The following table provides troubleshooting instructions for the more common and easily corrected problems. For problems not covered in the table, see your dealer.

WARNING

To avoid serious Injury, perform maintenance on the grass catcher only after stopping the engine and waiting for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Always remove the ignition key before beginning the maintenance to prevent accidental starting of the engine. Disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from plug.

Problem	Cause/Solution
1. Leaves and grass not being completely	A. Engine speed too slow. Run at full throttle.
picked up.	B. Ground speed too fast. Use lower speed.
	C. Discharge tube plugged. Stop engine and remove key. Then
	remove and unplug discharge tube.
	D. Using wrong mower blades. See Assy. Instructions.
	E. Blades not tight. Torque to 60 ft. lbs.
	F. Mower not level. See rider Operators Manual to level.
	G. Belt or clutch slipping. See rider Operator's Manual for adjust-
	ment.
2. Grass catcher discharge tube or	A. Bags full. Empty bags.
mower plugs easily.	B. Grass too high. Reduce rider ground speed, reduce cutting width
	or raise mower adjustment for the first pass, lower it for the sec-
	ond pass.
	C. Grass or leaves too wet. Wait for drier conditions.
	D. Build-up of cut grass in mower or adapter. Clean thoroughly.
	E. Screen in grass bag cover clogged. Remove cover and clean
	screens.
	F. Using wrong mower blades. See Assy. instructions.
	G. Belt or clutch slipping. See rider Operator's Manual for adjust-
	ment.
	H. Cutting off too much grass. High-lift blades and adapter collect
	best when 1-1/2" above ground.
	I. Engine not running at full throttle. Use transmission lever to con-
	trol ground speed and keep engine at full throttle.
Table 1. Troubleshooting

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